As residents of Metairie, Harvey, and New Orleans gear up for their next car-shopping adventure, the chic style and practicality of the subcompact SUV is likely to capture their interest. Which is the best choice?
In this Mazda CX-3 vs. Honda HR-V car comparison, you’ll learn all about two popular options in this segment. Which one will suit your style and needs better? Read on to find out! Our team wants you to drop us a line at Paretti Mazda when you’re ready to get a closer look.
PASSENGERS
TORQUE
REAR LEGROOM
The first quality you—and everyone else—are sure to notice about the Mazda CX-3 and the Honda HR-V is what they offer in terms of their exteriors.
The Honda SUV features handsome styling, including a sloping roofline and curved side contours for a hint of sportiness. It may not turn every head, but its shapely curves really give it a modern feel.
If the HR-V hints at sportiness, the Mazda CX-3 goes all out in this direction. Its long hood, windswept cabin, and subtle side contours are all evidence it’s able to meet the Mazda challenge: breathe life into every car with its dynamic shape and athletic, planted stance.
Although both SUVs have similar numbers in terms of passenger space, the Mazda CX-3 allows its occupants to really sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.
The moment you and your passengers take your seats inside the Mazda CX-3, you’ll find this vehicle supplies everyone an accommodating ride with plenty of comfortable space. Here are some of the highlights of the Mazda CX-3 interior dimensions:
Things aren’t quite as spacious in the Honda HR-V as you can see from the measurements below:
The Mazda CX-3 is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that test drivers have found peppy out on the road due to its immediate and linear throttle response. You can look forward to it delivering up to 148 horsepower as well as 146 lb-ft of torque to satisfy all your acceleration needs. As you’ll be able to see here, this is a slight improvement over the Honda HR-V’s offering.
Under the hood of the Honda HR-V, you’ll find an in-line 4-cylinder engine that makes 141 horsepower and 127 lb-ft of torque. That’s adequate for most driving situations, although you may need to do a bit more coaxing to help it climb steep hills or get up to highway speed.
Both rides offer available all-wheel drive (AWD), a useful feature if you want to maintain traction on the road when winter rolls around. By delivering power to all wheels, the Mazda CX-3 and the HR-V stay more firmly planted on snow- or ice-covered roads.
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